Why Convert Square Meters to Square Feet?
Converting between square meters (m²) and square feet (ft²) is one of the most common area conversions. Whether for engineering, cooking, travel, or science, knowing how to quickly convert m² to ft² saves time and prevents errors.
Area conversions between m² and ft² are critical in real estate, agriculture, and urban planning. When buying property internationally, apartment sizes are quoted in square meters in most countries but square feet in the US. Agricultural land in China uses mu (亩), while Western countries use hectares or acres. Understanding area conversion helps compare real estate prices across different markets accurately.
How to Convert Square Meters to Square Feet
To convert square meters to square feet, use the following formula:
ft² = m² × 10.76391042
Example: 1 m² = 10.76391042 ft²
For example, 5 m² = 53.81955208 ft², 10 m² = 107.6391042 ft², and 100 m² = 1076.391042 ft². Our calculator above performs this conversion instantly with full precision — no rounding errors.
Common Use Cases
- Studio apartment: 30 m² = 322.9173125 ft²
- Three-bedroom apartment: 90 m² = 968.7519375 ft²
- Spacious family apartment: 120 m² = 1291.66925 ft²
- One-bedroom apartment: 50 m² = 538.1955208 ft²
- Standard hotel room: 15 m² = 161.4586563 ft²
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Square vs linear: When converting area, the factor is squared. If 1 m = 3.281 ft, then 1 m² = 10.764 ft² (3.281²), not 3.281 ft².
- Hectare vs acre precision: 1 hectare = 2.471 acres. Many people round to 2.5, which introduces 1.2% error — significant for land transactions.
- Regional units: Asian countries use unique area units (畝/mu in China, 坪/pyeong in Korea/Taiwan). Don't assume universal standards.
Pro Tips
- Memorize the factor: 1 m² = 10.76391042 ft². For quick mental math, remember this base conversion.
- Quick reference: 5 m² = 53.81955208 ft² · 10 m² = 107.6391042 ft² · 25 m² = 269.0977604 ft² · 50 m² = 538.1955208 ft² · 100 m² = 1076.391042 ft²
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Square Meters to Square Feet Conversion Table
| m² | ft² |
|---|---|
| 0.01 m² | 0.1076391042 ft² |
| 0.1 m² | 1.076391042 ft² |
| 0.5 m² | 5.381955208 ft² |
| 1 m² | 10.76391042 ft² |
| 2 m² | 21.52782083 ft² |
| 5 m² | 53.81955208 ft² |
| 10 m² | 107.6391042 ft² |
| 20 m² | 215.2782083 ft² |
| 50 m² | 538.1955208 ft² |
| 100 m² | 1076.391042 ft² |
| 500 m² | 5381.955208 ft² |
| 1000 m² | 10763.91042 ft² |
All values in this table are mathematically exact per NIST SP 811.